Research Scientist (m/f/d) in Social Sciences and / or Engineering in the Field of Passenger Demand and Trend Analysis in Aviation

Join the Aviation Think Tank!

Have you ever wondered what tomorrow’s air transport might look like? As the aviation think tank in Germany, consisting of young and ambitious experts from various disciplines, our goal is to provide science-based answers. Located in Taufkirchen near Munich, we offer a modern working environment with open ears and doors. We are always looking for passionate and creative minds to help us push today’s boundaries to new heights.

Shape the future of aviation with us today and join us as

Research Scientist (m/f/d) in Social Sciences and / or Engineering
in the Field of Passenger Demand and Trend Analysis in Aviation

• Fixed-term
• Graduates, postdocs
• Full time

Our challenges:

• Having a broad understanding of single contributions of radically efficient aircraft, novel energy options, like battery-only, hydrogen, and sustainable aviation fuels, novel aircraft and airline operations and demand management to achieve climate neutral aviation in 2050
• Assessing and evaluating future scenarios and trends for aviation (Bauhaus Luftfahrt Trend Monitor) and the overall impact of aviation on economic development
• Early understanding and modeling of passenger demand, including public acceptance and travel behavior
• Assessing the individual ecological, economic, and social sustainability impacts of aviation
• Developing transition pathways for aviation which are ecologically effective and economically efficient being inspired by other sectors
• Developing policy options to support aviation’s transition

We need you because:

• You are excited by our challenges and passionate to give scientific answers to aviation’s transition to climate neutrality
• You have successfully completed your master’s degree, ideally in economics, transportation systems engineering, or a related field
• You have either already earned a Ph.D. degree or you intend to obtain one
• You are experienced in scenario / transition studies, sustainability / ESG assessment, climate impact assessment, and policy development
• You are willing to take responsibility for the Bauhaus Luftfahrt Trend Monitor
• You have excellent analytical and good programming skills
• You are familiar with advanced statistics, forecasting, and machine learning / AI methods
• Ideally, you have solid knowledge of airline finance (e.g., direct operating costs) and the associated uncertainties, inputs, and assumptions
• You are interested in target-oriented tasks, in supporting project acquisition, and in interdisciplinary teamwork
• Creativity, reliability, preciseness, and self-reliance are among your strengths
• You appreciate to work in joint academic or industry projects
• You are proficient in English and ideally have good communication skills in German

What to expect:

• An international team with a high qualification level
• Acknowledged research institution – with our feet on the ground and our thoughts in the air
• Interdisciplinary cooperation of engineers, natural and social scientists
• Modern working environment on the Ludwig Bölkow Campus in Taufkirchen near Munich
• A team-oriented working culture
• Flat hierarchies and short communication paths
• Challenging tasks
• Versatile, creative activities
• Numerous opportunities to enhance and broaden your competencies

What we offer:

• Attractive salary package according to the public tariff system plus performance-oriented compensation
• Retirement pension plan
• Professional training (in-house and / or external seminars)
• Flexible working hours and remote work
• Subsidized canteen
• Occupational health management
• EGYM Wellpass
• Deutschlandticket
• Parking lot
• Good accessibility by public transport

The position is to be filled immediately and initially fixed-term. As we wish to increase the share of women in the team, we would be particularly interested in receiving relevant applications. People with disabilities will be given priority in the case of equal qualifications.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Do you have any questions? Michaela Richter will be happy to help:
Tel.: +49 89 3074849-19